Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT is a physical therapist in Itasca, IL specializing in physical therapy. Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT is affiliated with Duly Health and Care.
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ)
TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, the little round joint that lies in front of the ear between the temporal bone ( the cheek bone) and the mandible (the lower jaw.) Often people use the acronym 'TMJ' to refer to temporomandibular joint dysfunction or disorder - that is, pain and stiffness in this joint and the muscles around it.
TMJ can cause a wide variety of symptoms related to the movement of the jaw. They can include earaches, headaches, an inability to open the mouth very far, painful clicking or popping noises when chewing or talking, and stiffness or pain in the jaw, face, or neck. Sometimes TMJ symptoms seem to go in cycles, getting better or going away for a while only to come back again. Symptoms can be mild and not very bothersome, or so persistent and painful as to be almost debilitating.
There can be many potential causes of TMJ. An injury or trauma to the jaw, arthritis, or grinding the teeth can all contribute to TMJ. The temporomandibular joint contains a small disc of cartilage that allows it to move smoothly, and this disc can become dislocated or torn. Sometimes the cause is unknown. There are no standard tests for TMJ, and it can be difficult to diagnose and treat.
Mild cases of TMJ may benefit from self-care such as eating soft foods, practicing stress management techniques, and applying ice packs to the jaw. NSAIDS, such as ibuprofen, can be purchased without a prescription and work to reduce pain and inflammation. Some dentists and occupational therapists can suggest stretching techniques for the jaw which may help relieve stiffness. More serious cases may require a form of splinting called a stabilization splint or bite plate, which helps reduce pressure on the joint. Extreme cases may benefit from arthroscopic surgery on the joint.
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2018 were rehabilitation.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| rehabilitation | 50 |
|---|
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2019 were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| manual therapy | 403 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 1361 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2020 were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| manual therapy | 203 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 1385 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2021 were rehabilitation.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| rehabilitation | 374 |
|---|
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2022 were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| manual therapy | 118 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 861 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2023 were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| manual therapy | 112 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 632 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL during 2024 were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
| manual therapy | 78 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 682 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated as a physical therapist in Itasca, IL were rehabilitation and manual therapy.
| manual therapy | 182 |
|---|---|
| rehabilitation | 763 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Black / African American | |
|---|---|
| Asian / Pacific Islander | |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
| Native American / Alaskan Native | |
| Hispanic | |
| Other |
| 75 to 84 | |
|---|---|
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 | |
| 65 to 74 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Lisa McAlpine, DPT, PT treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoporosis | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Atrial Fibrillation | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
She has a state license in Illinois.
Licensed In: Illinois
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Ms. Lisa McAlpine's specialties are physical therapy and occupational therapy. She practices in Itasca, IL and Elmhurst, IL. Areas of expertise for Ms. McAlpine include injury prevention, sciatica (sciatic nerve pain), and therapeutic exercise. She is professionally affiliated with Duly Health and Care.
